2006 Renault Clio vs. 1968 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2006 Renault Clio is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Clio weights approximately 448 kg more than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Sport 800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Renault Clio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Renault Clio | 1968 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Clio | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |